2006-09-03 16:21:40 · 12 answers · asked by LaJoya S 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
My son has already been diagnosed with eczema. I am not trying to diagnose him myself. I'm trying to provide him with some type of relief at home because his perscriptions are not working.
2006-09-04 10:39:45 · update #1
My child is now 18 and has always had eczema... Make sure you bath your baby in an oatmeal bath.. you can confirm this with your doctor.. it is safe and really works to help soften the skin... You put a little oatmeal in a clean white sock and tie the end.. place in the water.. it will look a little murky but it is perfectly safe... after the bath then gently run in Vaseline... keep harsh soaps away.. Dove is a good one to use... most perfumes and allergens can cause for eczema flare ups... I also now have discovered that Aveno products work very well... the only thing that I would not use that they have is the oatmeal bath if you don't have the extra money.. as the oatmeal in the sock works just as well.. I use the quick one minute oatmeal from Quaker... Good Luck.. but please make sure you are vigilant on using the Vaseline.. after each bath... while the skin is still somewhat damp.. as this will hold the moisture in... do not... put baby oil in the babies bath... as this can cause yeast infection and bladder infections.. but if the baby is not allergic to it then you can also rub that on the baby when you notice she is getting dry... but as sticky as Vaseline is .. it is still the best... Please confirm with your doctor.. I noticed some suggestions are to use Elidel.. but I would be a little concerned about using Elidel (spelled wrong I am sure) as I heard it can casue cancer.. but that could have been bad info.. just check before you use it... My daughter has been prescribed Triminacolin 1% and 5 % creams and oinment... it is not good to use on a babies skin unless you absolutly have to... Because... it causes the skin to thin out and will cause problems for the baby later in life.. so I was told by my doctor.... try all non prescription things unless you can not get rid or at the advice of a good doctor and I do mean find a good doctor who specializes in eczema.. not just a general pratice doctor... although they can be good.. just not as up to date on all the newest treatment sometimes... as I have found... Good Luck. Hope this helps.. :)
2006-09-03 16:35:03 · answer #1 · answered by ghill4 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eczema can be due to a number of different things. Three good references are:
Let's Get Well - Adelle Davis
Prescription for Natural Cures - Balch & Stengler
Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine - Murray and Pizzorno
These books should give you a pretty good idea of what may be causing the eczema and what should be done to try and correct it.
2006-09-03 17:00:30 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you treat anything at home, be sure to verify the diagnosis with your pediatrician. This is extremely important as many disorders can appear to be something else- such as allergies, a fungal infection, etc. You don't want anything to be overlooked.
If it is eczema, your doctor will probably prescribe an antiinflammatory ointment with hydrocortisone. Oatmeal baths and mild lotions can help. Limiting the number of baths can help as well.
2006-09-03 16:29:48 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The primary goal of treatment is to relieve discomfort by controlling the signs and symptoms. Since eczema is usually dry and itchy, most treatment plans involve applying lotions, creams, or ointments to keep the skin as moist as possible. The treatment plan also may require lifestyle modifications and using medication as directed. A topical (applied to the skin) medication may be prescribed to help relieve itching and inflammation. Another way to treat the itch is with a non-sedating antihistamine. If itching is severe, a sedative antihistamine may be recommended. Skin infections caused by bacteria, such as staphylococcus aureus (staph) or streptococcal (strep), are treated with an antibiotic. Some antibiotics are applied to the skin; others come in pill or liquid form. An antiviral is prescribed to treat an infection caused by a virus. The antiviral medication may come in topical, pill, or liquid form. It also may be given as a shot. An infection caused by a fungus is treated with an antifungal medication.
2016-03-17 07:31:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A girl friend of mine had a new born w/extreme eczema. She started using only organic foods and it cleared up. Yes, this is a little more expensive but the results were worth it.
2006-09-03 17:43:33 · answer #5 · answered by Luci 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Last year my daughter came down with eczema,the doctor gave me antibiotic cream & said to bathe her in Collidal Oatmeal
2006-09-03 16:29:03 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-17 08:16:03 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2014-07-10 11:18:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know someone who has a child with eczema, she used flax seed oil on it.
2006-09-03 16:27:49 · answer #9 · answered by lavendergirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter was born with a patch on her chin.
The doctor gave me a cream called eladel.
most time infants will grow out of if.
Good luck, it is really itchy
2006-09-03 16:27:35 · answer #10 · answered by jsand203 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋